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Top-Rated Home builders in Austin - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Alter Construction
Alter Construction
5.0(
34
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Serving Austin, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We decided to close in an open game room upstairs. We had several contractors come over to provide numbers and scope for the project. As someone who is in the design/build industry you expect a certain level of service and knowledge. All the contractors minum Alter spent a grand total of 20 minutes looking at the project. Alter spent an hour looking at the project and going over various options and plans. Alter took measurements, pictures, videos of the area to remodel. While also presenting pictures and videos of previous projects. We are a firm believer in you get what you pay for. Alter's proposal for the project was 10 pages compared to the 1 page proposals from other contractors. Alter laid out the entire project scope, what is covered, what is excluded and expectations. During the project, Alter was at our house multiple times a day checking on the progress. What they said would get done for the day was done that day. The craftmanship was impeccable, and clean. We are forever grateful for Alter treating our home like their home. With the great work they did, we decided to excel another project to roll right after the first remodel. We wanted the master closet redesigned and they made it happen. As picky and precise we are as customers, there was nothing we noticed that had to be redone. Lines were clean and straight. They made both project match our dreams and desires. I will never venture out to hire someone else to work on our home. Only Alter will be the contractor to work on our home and feel like family."
Hamant Home Remodeling
Office space renovated
Hamant Home Remodeling
Hamant Home Remodeling
Hamant Home Remodeling

+7

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Best Austin Handyman & Remodeling
4.2(
1,006
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Austin, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Austin best handyman was successful in working me into their busy schedule. They appeared on time and completed the job in time. I would highly recommend them for any job around the house. I have a few projects and plan on hiring them again."
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Remodeled Interior & Tile
Remodeled Kitchen
Custom Fence
Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Ace Remodeling TX
4.8(
149
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Serving Austin, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired Ace Remodeling TX for a full house remodel, and the entire process was seamless. Niv, our project manager, was fantastic at keeping everything on schedule and within budget. The team was great at finding creative solutions for some of the challenges that came up. They kept the work area clean and were always considerate of our familys needs. The final result is a beautifully remodeled home that we absolutely love."
Kitchen Remodel Cedar Park
Austin Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Expansion
Remodel to Open Concept Kitchen
Kitchen Remodel

+385

Response time10 hrs
Response rate95%
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JR Brothers Construction & Remodeling
5.0(
9
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Austin, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

JR Brothers Construction & Remodeling: Concrete & Remodeling Experts Since 2019 \n \nJR Brothers Construction & Remodeling has been providing high-quality concrete work and remodeling services since 2019. Whether it's foundations, driveways, or full home renovations, we deliver reliable craftsmanship and lasting results for every project. \nBuilt to last. Designed to impress.

detached garage
detached garage
detached garage
detached garage
detached garage

+20

Response time11 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by44%of homeowners
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Safe Space Construction
4.8(
21
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Austin, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"We had an old deck removed and a new deck designed and built by Safe Space Construction. They were creative in their design approach and their craftsmanship is of the highest quality. We love the new deck and highly recommend Steve Abbott and Safe Space."
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J&A 05

+49

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Arcos & Co
5.0(
7
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Serving Austin, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent work on our home addition, Juan and his team were very professional and communicative throughout the process of our project. I was very pleased the addition and remodel turned out the way the renderings were presented. Highly recommended!"
Begonia 1 Front
Begonia 1 Exterior
4th 2 Kitchen
4th 2 Second Bath
4th 2 Kitchen View

+42

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AGC Design
5.0(
4
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Serving Austin, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"After they tore out the old limestone fireplace and installed the new firebox with a four stair blower system, they ran vents to several rooms in our home. That work included some framing, sheet rock patching and painting."
Contemporary Bathroom Remodel
Contemporary Bathroom Remodel
Living Space
Kitchen
Bedroom

+20

Response time2 days
Response rate99%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Building FAQs, answered by experts

It usually takes around four to six months to build and install a modular home, although your timeline could go up to around eight months if there are delays in the manufacturing or permitting process. Heavy site preparation and foundation pouring can extend that timeline if you need them, as can customizations you want for your modular home. Your modular home company should be able to provide an estimate for the construction timeline before you sign any contracts or agree to any work.

Handypeople usually don’t hold trade licenses, so they typically aren’t qualified to tackle projects involving installing or making alterations to plumbing or electrical lines. Below are some jobs that a handyperson usually won’t be able to complete:

  • Installing plumbing for a new kitchen or bathroom

  • Replacing plumbing pipes

  • Installing or repairing septic systems

  • Running new electrical wiring

  • Installing a subpanel

Building a house without blueprints is not advised. It will prevent you from obtaining necessary building permits and meeting building codes and is likely to result in shoddy construction and unsafe living conditions. Detailed blueprints ensure that a house is built to exact specifications and is constructed safely and structurally stable.

Custom homes can take an average of 18 months to build, mainly due to the lengthy design process, and most projects take somewhere between 12 and 24 months. When you work with the right custom home builders near you, they can help you map the road ahead and understand what can speed up or delay the timeline. Choosing locally available materials, for example, can speed things up without losing that customized touch.

There are energy-efficient options when building a cottage. Select green building materials, high-performance insulation, and energy-efficient windows when designing your cottage. Options such as solar panels, efficient HVAC systems, and LED lighting can lower your utility bills and reduce your environmental impact. Many builders offer energy-efficient upgrades as part of the design process.

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